This sesame and wasabi crusted tuna recipe is the first time I ever cooked with wasabi. Typically it’s my condiment of choice when scarfing down sushi, but it’d never crossed my mind to cook with it. That changed when I…
The Ultimate List of the Best Bagels in Seattle, Ranked
It took me a while to find the best bagels in Seattle. I moved here from New Jersey about 15 years ago and one of the most painful discoveries was that the New York-style bagels I could find literally everywhere…
A Romanesco Pasta Recipe Featuring Romanesco and Lentil Meatballs
If you’re looking for a romanesco pasta recipe, don’t just sauté it and throw it into a dish. Turn this unique brassica into a vegetable meatball! I think it’s the Italian in me, but I’m absolutely obsessed with meatballs. I…
The Local’s Guide to the Best Pizza in Seattle by Style
I’ve been on the hunt for the best pizza in Seattle since I moved here more than 10 years ago. You see, pizza is like a religion in New Jersey where I grew up. You have a pizza joint and…
How to Stock a Pantry for the First Time With Small-Batch Goods You Can Feel Good About
I’ll never forget when I got my own place and had to learn how to stock a pantry for the first time. I remember calling my mom for a list and then spending hours combing the food store trying to…
Restaurants with the Best Food Delivery in Seattle
It was really difficult to come by food delivery in Seattle when I first moved here in 2009. Coming from just outside NYC, this was a huge culture shock to me that Seattle restaurant delivery wasn’t really a thing. Luckily…
A Local’s Take on the Best Cheap Eats & Casual Restaurants in Seattle
When I moved here over a decade ago, it wasn’t difficult to find casual restaurants in Seattle serving cheap eats. But with the proliferation of tech, Seattle has become quite an expensive city for food (don’t even get me started…
The Ultimate 5 Day Maui Itinerary You’ll Want to Steal
I visit Maui every year, so I’ve become an expert at planning a 5 day Maui itinerary. Whether you prefer lounging on the beach, outdoor adventures, shopping, or food, Maui has it all…but it can make planning a trip to…
Everything You Need to Know About Mt. Hood Skiing Areas
There are so many Mt. Hood skiing areas, it can be difficult to plan a trip. How are you supposed to know which is best for downhill or cross-country skiing, and which has the best food? I didn’t at first,…
14 of the Most Thoughtful Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas That Say I Love You
If you’re looking for the most thoughtful Valentine’s Day gift ideas, step away from the drug-store box chocolates and lingerie (but keep the flowers). Valentine’s Day is about giving gifts that are special and meaningful, not impersonal. To help you…
Best Spots for Brunch in Seattle (A Local’s Take)
I’ve been curating a list of the best spots for brunch in Seattle ever since I started a weekly tradition of taking my nieces to breakfast after gymnastics. First, let me tell you this is an expensive habit. Second, at…
Where to Find the Best Cookies and Desserts in Seattle
If you’re looking for desserts in Seattle or where to find Seattle’s best cookies, you’ve come to the right place. You see, I’m reaaaaaaaallllly picky when it comes to desserts, so I only remember desserts that are truly special. I’m…